From One to One Million
Hey! Let me introduce myself. I’m one of Dolly Parton’s favorite books; I’ve been around for more than 90 years. My friends call me The Little Engine That Could. I’ve always loved encouraging young ones to try their best, to not give up. Since I’ve become the first book mailed out in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, […]
Stories Every Day!
Stories. What stories would you write for your own children? Would they be filled with love and adventures, happiness and security? Of course they would. But sometimes those stories do have struggles or those “less than great” moments. All stories do! We know these things will happen- arguing with their best friend, not getting chosen for the team, […]
Early Literacy Blog Roundup
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”-Dr. Seuss This week, we celebrated Read Across America Week! Read Across America is a celebration of reading in March, sponsored by the National Education Association, with a focus on introducing children to diverse books […]
What Will Your Children Remember?
This time of year the leaves are turning colors, the air is cooling, and we all pause to think about what we are thankful for. I thought about that for a while…not just what I am thankful for but what will my kids and grandkids be thankful for? What will be the things your children […]
The “Big Six” Literacy Skills
We talk a lot about the importance of early literacy, daily book reading, and book sharing routines. But this month, I thought we could ADD to all the “book stuff.” Y’all know how I love books! But I have to admit a little secret…books aren’t the only way to help your child develop early literacy […]